About Pastor Oropeza
Lived 1901 – 1991 (aged 89). Pastor Oropeza was a Venezuelan pediatrician and physician.
Pastor Oropeza Riera (12 October 1901 – 9 July 1991), born in Carora, Lara State, Venezuela, was a renowned pediatrician and one of the most prominent medical personalities in Venezuela. Later on in his life he also occupied certain political positions such as a term as a Deputy to the National Assembly.
Legacy In 1964 the award "Premio Pastor Oropeza" was created in his honor In 1983 he was named "Padre de la Pediatria Nacional" or the father of national pediatrics Numerous hospitals, clinics and departments are named after him
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Pastor Oropeza?
Venezuelan pediatrician
When was Pastor Oropeza born?
Pastor Oropeza was born on 12 October 1901.
When did Pastor Oropeza die?
Pastor Oropeza died on 9 July 1991.
What was Pastor Oropeza's occupation?
Pastor Oropeza was a pediatrician and physician.
What nationality was Pastor Oropeza?
Pastor Oropeza was Venezuelan.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Pastor Oropeza Riera
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